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I'm 2 1/2 weeks post op and I think I'm drinking my water too slowly because I can't seem to get it all in. How much (ouncewise) should I be able to swallow and how often? Right now I probably sip 1/2 oz and wait 3-5 minutes before my next sip but then I have the wait time before and after meals/snacks....seems I have too much down time on water. Any ideas?? Appreciate your help/advice.
Posted on 11/06/09, 07:11 am |
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You can sip more than you are now so long as you dont take in too much. Keep in mind protien shakes, soup, fruit and any other liquid or water-rich foods count as liquid intake. I take my water bottle with me everywhere I go. I have found sipping while driving and exercising really gets it done. When I was at your stage, it was still taking some trial-and-error to get it right. Dont stress and keep plugging away - you will find what works best for you. 
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Yeah.... where you are on the liquids and only being 2 1/2 weeks out....will take some time for you to find the best way to get your fluids in. I was 2 weeks out when I drank my water to fast and I had dumping syndrome. NO fun!!! Anything liquid counts as your fluid intake so be sure to count those....even pop cycles, protein drinks, yogart count as liquids too.
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Be patient this will get easier as the weeks go by. Don't try to force yourself. I found it impossible to drink enough my first few months. I do find that drinking is more comfortable when the liquid is not too cold.
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